Bus from Freiburg to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Freiburg to Cologne on December 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
FlixBusBus
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Freiburg to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day
4h 30mAverage Duration
334 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$40 - $71Average Duration8h 5m
8kg CO₂e
Average Price$27 - $212Average Duration4h 10m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$32 - $71Average Duration4h 30m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Freiburg to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Freiburg to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Freiburg to Cologne start from $40. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Freiburg to Cologne?

    The average bus travel time from Freiburg to Cologne is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 325 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Freiburg to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Freiburg to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Freiburg to Cologne at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Freiburg to Cologne?

    A bus trip from Freiburg to Cologne generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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12-04
$37
12-05
$39
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$37
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Freiburg to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Freiburg to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $37 to $46 for a bus ticket from Freiburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-09.

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